Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this festive Green Mint Chocolate Muddy Buddies recipe. A delightful twist on the classic snack mix, featuring layers of chocolate, mint, and colorful green hues, making it perfect for parties or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Cereal
- 9 cups Chex cereal (Corn or Rice Chex)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup mint chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Coating and Coloring
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 drops green food coloring (or more for vibrant color)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semisweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, mint chocolate chips, and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and fully melted. Stir in the peppermint extract for a fresh mint flavor.
- Color the Powdered Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, add the powdered sugar and green food coloring. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or whisk until the sugar is evenly colored and bright green.
- Coat the Cereal: Place the Chex cereal into a large bowl or plastic bag. Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir or toss with a spatula until all the pieces are evenly coated.
- Mix with Green Sugar: Transfer the chocolate-coated cereal into the bowl with the green powdered sugar. Toss or shake gently to fully coat each piece with the colored sugar, ensuring a vibrant green finish.
- Cool and Serve: Spread the Muddy Buddies on parchment paper or a large baking sheet to cool and set. Once set, store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Enjoy this festive treat with family and friends!
Notes
- Use Corn or Rice Chex according to preference; both absorb the chocolate coating well.
- Adjust the amount of green food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- For extra minty flavor, add an additional 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract if desired.
- Store Muddy Buddies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Ensure chocolate is not overheated in the microwave to prevent burning.
